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Desert safari

Siwa Oasis & the Great Sand Sea, 3 Days from Cairo

From $500 per person
Duration
3 days / 2 nights
Runs
Every Day
Type
Private, just your group
Booking
Confirmed within 24 hours
Places
Cairo, Siwa Oasis

Overview

A private trip to remote Siwa near the Libyan border: mud-brick Shali fortress, the Oracle of Amun, salt lakes, Cleopatra’s Spring and a 4×4 day in the Great Sand Sea with sandboarding.

Day 1: a long, comfortable drive west from Cairo (about nine hours, with stops) to Siwa, arriving in time for sunset at Fatnas Island.

Day 2: explore the old Shali fortress, the Temple of the Oracle, the Mountain of the Dead tombs and Cleopatra’s Spring, then head into the Great Sand Sea by 4×4 for dune driving, sandboarding and a swim in a warm spring.

Day 3: a morning at the salt lakes, then the drive back to Cairo.

  • Shali fortress and the Oracle of Amun
  • Great Sand Sea by 4×4 with sandboarding
  • Salt lakes and Cleopatra’s Spring
  • Sunset at Fatnas Island

Where and when

Location: Siwa Oasis

Sessions: 06:00

What's included

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Cairo or Giza
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle and 4×4 in the desert
  • 2 nights at an eco-lodge in Siwa
  • Breakfast and dinner daily, bottled water
  • Entrance fees and desert permits for the listed sites

Not included

  • Tips
  • Personal expenses
  • Anything not listed as included
  • Lunches

Photos

Your route

  1. Cairo & GizaPyramids · then by private car
  2. Siwa
  • Stop
  • By road
  • Famous sight

Good to know

When is the best time to visit Egypt?

October to April is the most comfortable time, with warm days and cool evenings, so it is also the busiest and highest-priced season. May to September is hot, especially in Luxor and Aswan, but sights are quieter and prices are lower. We plan summer days around early starts and a long midday break. Christmas and New Year sell out early.

What is included in the price?

Each trip lists exactly what is included and what is not. In general our prices include private transport, a private Egyptologist guide, entrance fees for the listed sites, hotels or cruise as described, and the meals shown. International flights, visas, tips, drinks and optional extras are not included.

Are your trips private or in a group?

All our trips are private: just you and the people you travel with, your own guide and your own driver. You never share a vehicle or a guide with strangers. Nile cruise ships are shared with other guests, but your sightseeing on shore is private.

Is Egypt a good trip for children?

Yes. Children love the pyramids, felucca sails and the Red Sea. Children aged 2 to 11 pay 50% of the adult price on most trips, and under-2s travel free. Tell us their ages and we will plan shorter visits, pool time and family rooms.

Can you plan a slower pace or help with limited mobility?

Yes. Because every trip is private, we can plan shorter days, more rest and fewer stairs. Some ancient sites have uneven ground and steps, so please tell us about any mobility needs when you ask for a quote and we will be honest about what is practical.

How does tipping work in Egypt?

Tipping is part of daily life in Egypt and is not included in our prices. Small tips for drivers, guides, cruise crews and hotel staff are customary; your planner will send you a simple guide with typical amounts before you travel, so you are never left guessing.

Can I reach you on WhatsApp during my trip?

Yes. Once you book, you get a WhatsApp number for your planner and a local contact on the ground. Message us any time during your trip if something needs changing.

Hi, I'm Tarek. I'll plan your trip with you.We are available 24/7

From / person

$500

Before you go